PROTEST OF “CORPUS CHRISTI” SWELLS

PROTEST OF “CORPUS CHRISTI” SWELLS

The Catholic League is proud to announce that 49 organizations—representing the Catholic, Protestant, Jewish and Muslim communities—have signed a formal declaration of protest against the Terrence McNally play, “Corpus Christi.” The play previews on September 22 and will have its gala opening on October 13; there will be a demonstration in front of the City Center, the venue of the play, on October 13. By that time William Donohue and Rick Hinshaw will have seen the play.

William Donohue, president of the Catholic League, commented on the support:

“The fact that there are 48 organizations, representing the four major world religions in the United States, willing to denounce ‘Corpus Christi’ tells us that the hate mongers in the artistic community have fooled no one. There was a day when being associated with the performing arts was a mark of distinction, but now—thanks to those like McNally—the only ones not tainted are the drop-outs.”